Archive · 22 May 2025
Warning Shots Fired at Diplomatic Delegation near Jenin
Israeli forces fired warning shots near Jenin, West Bank, at a diplomatic delegation.
The delegation, including representatives from various countries, was visiting to assess humanitarian conditions.
The Israeli military stated the group deviated from the planned route.
The Palestinian Authority condemned the act.
The IDF initiated an investigation and expressed regret.
Israeli forces fired warning shots at a diplomatic delegation near Jenin, West Bank.
The delegation included diplomats from over 20 countries.
The IDF stated the delegation deviated from the approved route.
The Palestinian Authority called the firing a 'deliberate and unlawful act'.
The IDF expressed regret and initiated an investigation.
- Who
- Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and diplomats from over 20 countries.
- What
- Israeli forces fired warning shots at a diplomatic delegation.
- When
- May 21, 2025
- Where
- Near Jenin, West Bank
- Why
- The IDF stated that the diplomats deviated from their approved route.
Palestinian Authority's View
Israeli Military's Stance
IDF Justification
Palestinian Authority's View
The incident is described as a ‘deliberate and unlawful act’ by the Palestinian Authority.
Israeli Military's Stance
The delegation deviated from the approved route, prompting warning shots.
- Incident Location
- Jenin, West Bank
- IDF Action
- Warning shots fired
- Diplomatic Delegation
- Diplomats from over 20 countries
- IDF Justification
- Deviated from pre-approved route
- Palestinian Authority Response
- ‘Deliberate and unlawful act’
- IDF Response
- Internal investigation initiated
Sources
Watch: Israeli troops fire 'warning shots' at foreign diplomats visiting West Bank
Israeli 'warning' fire at diplomats sparks outcry amid Gaza pressure
Israeli forces fire 'warning shots' at Indian, Russian, EU diplomats visiting West Bank; IDF apologises
Watch: Israeli troops fire 'warning shots' at visiting diplomats in West Bank
